Comparison Console
Acebeam L17 vs Acebeam L35 2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam L35 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 257% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam L17 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 2.0 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 257% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L17 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam L35 2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 397% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$81.79Cheapest
US$114.9Most expensive
Weight
199 g (7.02 oz)Lightest
250 g (8.82 oz)Heaviest
Length
140.5 mm (5.53 in)Shortest
152 mm (5.98 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1400 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
160801 cdHighest candela
105625 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
802 m (2631 ft)Highest
650 m (2133 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minShortest runtime
17280 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 18650 Li-ion battery (included)
21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C built-in port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy, stainless steel strike bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingLong-range illumination
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesProfessional lighting needsEDC with long runtime and high output
Common praise
Impressive beam throw (up to 802 meters in white version)Compact and ergonomic designSilent electronic tail switchRobust build quality and IP68 waterproofingAvailable in useful colored LED options for hunting
Excellent beam pattern combining flood and long throwVery bright with a practical beam for close and far useSolid and premium build qualityVersatile dual switch interfaceLong runtime especially in moonlight modeConvenient built-in USB-C rechargeable battery
Common complaints
Significant heat buildup on Turbo mode requiring cautionLarge brightness step between High and Turbo modesLack of knurling for enhanced grip
Tail switch design changed from previous version may affect tailstanding capabilitySome users report a heavier weight with included batteryPrice is moderately high but justified by performance